Engineering Team Lead

Company Description

At Valeo Foods UK, we're the creative force behind an array of beloved brands spanning indulgence, innovation, and tradition. From the iconic crunch of Kettle Crisps to the pure sweetness of Rowse Honey, and the rich heritage of Matthew Walker puddings, our portfolio reflects our commitment to quality and diversity.

But that's not all – our family of brands extends further, encompassing an exciting array of products and experiences. Whether it's the Wild West flavours of New World Foods, the nostalgic joy of Barratt sweets, or the timeless appeal of Metcalfe Popcorn, each brand carries its own unique story, flavour, and charm. Join us on a journey where passion meets flavour, crafting experiences that bring people together and delight taste buds.

Job Description

Our site in York is on the look out for a skilled and dynamic Engineering Team Leader to join our team and help drive our operations forward.

You will lead a team of Engineers to deliver the engineering strategy, ensuring all PPM & corrective action work is completed, ensuring that the plant runs efficiently, effectively and safely at all times and that opportunities for improvement are continuously identified and implemented.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use of CMMS system (Holistech) highlighting required modifications for the PPMs to the Asset Care Manager
• Adhering to and improving shift-based engineering KPI’s.
• Lead the shift teams to ensure the site KPI’s are achieved.
• Shift engineering develop the engineering team to ensure they achieve the goals and targets and conduct regular 1-2-1 meetings.
• Lead specific engineering framework meetings.
• Communicate effectively with all required stakeholders across the production team and the engineering department.
• Contractor control including permit control and RAMS vetting.
• Be an active influence on building our information database of equipment in the Engineering shared drive.
• Will be accountable for compliance to defined workshop housekeeping and standards.
• Deputising for Asset Care Manager
• Ensure all repairs corrective actions & PPMs are completed to a high standard.
• Ensure engineering shift team are upskilled in line with development and legislative practices

Knowledge / Skills / Experience:

• Structured and practical engineering training (e.g., apprenticeship/HNC/degree).
• Knowledge of CI process and predictive maintenance techniques.
• Knowledge and experience of management in an FMCG environment is a preference.
• H&S/Food Safety systems & legislation knowledge e.g., IOSH – able to ensure a safe working environment.
• IT and PC knowledge – able to use widespread functions within relevant software.
• Ability to be able to work alone, or as part of a team with the ability to work quickly and under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills
• Good understanding of Health and Safety legislation
• An aptitude to develop new skills.

Additional information:

Salary: £49,164.33 per annum

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Shifts: 6am till 2pm and 2pm till 10pm (Monday to Friday)

We offer a wide range of exciting benefits including 25 days holiday, a generous pension scheme, a rewards and discount portal, free and discounted products and Company events run throughout the year.